Hong Kong Ranks Third in Global Giving Index
The city secures a top spot in Altrata’s inaugural study evaluating philanthropic infrastructure and donor wealth.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Hong Kong placed third in Altrata's first Giving Opportunity Index, which assessed 100 cities globally. New York and Seoul took the top two spots in the ranking, which evaluates wealth, donor affinity, and local philanthropic systems.
Why it matters
The ranking highlights Hong Kong's growing role as a hub for private wealth and family-office operations. Reforms in finance and real estate have strengthened the city's ability to facilitate large-scale charitable contributions.
The index ranked 100 cities, with Hong Kong earning a 47.2 score out of 100. Ultra-wealthy individuals globally donated a total of US$250 billion in 2025, with US donors alone contributing US$107 billion.
The players
Altrata
Altrata is a data provider that specializes in tracking global ultra-high-net-worth individuals and their professional or philanthropic activities.
The details
The study defined ultra-wealthy individuals as those holding a net worth exceeding US$5 million. North American donors accounted for US$115 billion in contributions during 2025, significantly outpacing the US$34 billion provided by Asian ultra-wealthy individuals.
Timeline
2015-2025 served as the donation activity window for defining donors.
2022 was used as the comparison baseline for regional giving.
2025 recorded US$250 billion in total giving by the ultra-wealthy.
October 2026 marked the official release of the Altrata index.
Market Landscape
This index tracks how the rise of global family-office infrastructure correlates with increased philanthropic capacity in major financial hubs. It positions cities like Hong Kong as essential nodes in the broader, competitive landscape of international private capital deployment.
The rise of philanthropic infrastructure in major cities often leads to improved transparency for non-profit organizations and potential new avenues for corporate-social responsibility partnerships. Local businesses and charities may see increased engagement from family offices seeking to align their investment strategies with regional social outcomes.
The takeaway
Philanthropy is increasingly concentrated in global financial hubs where wealth management and donor infrastructure intersect. Understanding these indices helps donors and non-profits identify which regions offer the most robust support systems for impactful charitable giving.
Further reading
For more information on trends in global charitable initiatives, visit the Philanthropy section.
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